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Chocolate Banana Pudding with Roasted Pears

This Chocolate Banana Pudding with Roasted Pears is a no-bake, no-stress dessert that combines creamy pudding layers with caramelized roasted pears. Perfect for a quick indulgence or an elegant treat that’s ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 glasses
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pudding Layers

  • 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup whipped topping
  • 2 ripe bananas sliced
  • 0.5 cup crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers

Roasted Pear Topping

  • 2 pears ripe but firm, sliced into wedges
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp butter melted
  • dark chocolate shavings optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until smooth and thick. Chill for 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice pears into wedges and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle with honey and melted butter.
  • Roast pears for 12–15 minutes until golden and soft. Let them cool slightly.
  • In serving glasses, layer crushed cookies, sliced bananas, and chocolate pudding. Repeat layers as desired.
  • Top each pudding with whipped topping and arrange roasted pear slices on top.
  • Chill the assembled puddings for at least 30 minutes. Sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

  • Make this dessert a day in advance and keep it chilled.
  • Roasted pears can be swapped for fresh ones if you prefer a lighter taste.
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